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We are dedicated to drafting the most successful community leaders to mentor Austin’s youth into successful, future leaders!

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Toys for joy 2025

Join us on Tuesday, December 16th, for the 7th annual TOYS FOR JOY shopping event, hosted by Players Reach Foundation — our biggest year yet! We’re partnering with more retailers at Barton Creek Square Mall, supporting more kids, and providing more gifts to meet a greater need than ever before, all dedicated to bringing joy to Austin’s youth.

This event is made possible entirely by donations from the Players Reach community.

Donate today or reach out about partnering for this event by sending us an email!

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We’re driving the change.

Player’s Reach is a syndicate of retired athletes and elite Austin professionals offering minority youth, in the Austin area, the opportunity to participate in events that promote team building, education, and life skills. 

Volunteer

Learn more about how you can actively impact the Austin community through our events.

Partner

We love working with other organizations to make an even greater impact. Learn more about partnership opportunities. 

Donate

Help us expand our reach through a one-time or monthly tax deductible donation. 

ABOUT TOYS FOR JOY

stronger together

We believe having an impact doesn’t happen alone. That’s why we partner with grassroots organizations meeting critical needs in the community for each of our events. Here are just a few of the organizations we’ve been fortunate to work with. Will yours be next?

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Toys for joy 2020

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Thanksgiving meal drive

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Austin storm relief 2021

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TOYS FOR JOY 2021

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TOYS FOR JOY 2022

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TOYS FOR JOY 2023

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TOYS FOR JOY 2024

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AT BARTON CREEK SQUARE

Thanksgiving meal drive

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Toys for joy 2020

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Austin storm relief 2021

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TOYS FOR JOY 2021

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TOYS FOR JOY 2022

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TOYS FOR JOY 2023

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After retiring from the NFL, we were looking for ways to build connections and give back. That’s why we started Players Reach.

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